Materials Engineer (M/F/D)

bakerhughes; Firenze; In loco; EUR 39.000 - 59.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible hours

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Descrizione del lavoro

Baker Hughes in Italy is seeking a Materials Engineer with a strong background in Materials Science and Technology to lead complex material investigations, testing, and failure analyses for turbomachinery components in development, installation, and field service environments.

You will collaborate with Design Engineering and Root Cause Analysis teams to correlate operational data with lab findings, ensuring product reliability, HSE compliance, and continuous improvement.

Competenze

• MSc in Materials Engineering, Mechanical, Chemical or related field.
• At least 2 years in materials engineering, lab testing, or failure analysis.
• Expertise in metallic materials, special processes, testing methods, fractography and materials behaviour.
• Proficiency with lab equipment: optical microscope, SEM/EDS, tensile and hardness testing machines.
• Knowledge of ISO and Nadcap standards.
• Strong written and spoken English skills.
• Willingness for occasional international travel.

Mansioni

• Execute laboratory activities and issue documentation per procedures and QMS requirements.
• Review testing and failure analysis requests for completeness and documentation.
• Collect, digitalize, manage, and analyze materials property data.
• Collaborate with Root Cause Analysis teams to gather design and operational information.
• Perform complex laboratory examinations, investigations and failure analyses.
• Review and validate laboratory technicians' activities and results.
• Develop, update, and apply laboratory procedures and methods.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of lab methods, equipment, and data management.

Conoscenze

Materials science

Failure analysis

Materials testing

Fractography

SEM/EDS

Tensile testing

ISO Nadcap knowledge

English communication

Formazione

MSc in Materials Engineering

Strumenti

Optical microscope

SEM/EDS

Tensile tester

Hardness tester

Descrizione del lavoro

Do you enjoy working with cutting-edge technology?

Would you like to help shape the future of our global energy?

Join our Materials Science & Technology Team

The Materials Science & Technology team provides cutting-edge materials and processes solutions to support turbomachinery product competitiveness to deliver the highest reliable, efficiency and clean performances.

We are accountable to develop, test, select, qualify, and apply materials technologies in components service environments and to deliver fit-for-purpose applications in the path of energy decarbonization.

Partner with the best

We are seeking a highly motivated Materials Engineer with a strong background in Materials Science and Technology and proven experience in failure analysis and materials testing for turbomachinery applications.

In this role, you will act as a Laboratory Technologist, leading complex material investigations, testing activities, and failure analyses associated with components operating in development, installation, and field service environments.

You will work closely with Design Engineering and Root Cause Analysis teams to understand design requirements and service conditions, correlating operational data with laboratory findings to support product reliability and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical thinking, technical expertise, commitment to quality and HSE standards, and the ability to deliver results in a dynamic environment.

As a Materials Engineer , you will be responsible for:

• Executing assigned laboratory activities and issuing technical documentation in accordance with applicable procedures and Quality Management System requirements.
• Reviewing testing and failure analysis requests to ensure completeness and availability of supporting documentation.
• Collecting, digitalizing, managing, and analyzing materials property data.
• Collaborating with Root Cause Analysis teams to gather relevant operational and design information.
• Performing complex laboratory examinations, investigations, and failure analyses.
• Reviewing and validating laboratory technicians' activities, test results, and investigation outcomes.
• Developing, updating, and applying laboratory procedures, test methods, and departmental processes.
• Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory methods, equipment, and data management.

Fuel your Passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold an MSc degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Have at least 2 years of experience in materials engineering, laboratory testing, or failure analysis.
• Possess technical expertise in metallic materials, special processes, testing methodologies, fractography, and materials behaviour.
• Be proficient in the use of laboratory equipment such as optical microscopes, SEM/EDS systems, tensile testing machines, and hardness testing equipment.
• Have knowledge of international quality standards and accreditation systems (e.g., ISO and Nadcap).
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Exhibit effective interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Be available for occasional international travel to support inspections, investigations, and technical activities.
• Be a proactive self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance with company policies.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

For Italy: The initial pay range for this position will be EUR 38,605 To 59,000

The provisions of Contratto Collettivo Industria Metalmeccanica e della installazione di impianti will be applied to this position. Section VI – Titolo IV of that collective bargaining agreement relates to pay

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineering Experienced Professional - Materials Science and Engineering